Chemist

ChampionX; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ChampionX in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia seeks a Chemist to develop and optimize production chemical solutions for Oil & Gas customers. You will conduct lab work and field testing, generate reports, and collaborate across regions to implement new developments.

The role involves travel and presenting research at industry events, with a focus on safety, quality, and impact on asset performance. A chemistry-based degree is required.

Qualifications

• Degree or advanced degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• Laboratory experience and familiarity with field testing are preferred.
• Ability to travel overseas as required by projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist with technical support, product development and selection.
• Conduct laboratory testing to evaluate product performance and prepare reports.
• Support field-based projects and troubleshoot chemical-related issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams regionally and globally on projects.
• Follow safety policies and maintain laboratory documentation.

Skills

English communication

Analytical thinking

Willingness to travel

Education

Degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Disclaimer: SLB completed the acquisition of ChampionX on July 16, 2025. If selected for this position, your employment will begin with ChampionX and will transition to SLB as part of the planned integration.

ChampionX has a need for Chemist located in KL, Malaysia. This is your opportunity to join a growing company offering a competitive base salary and benefits.

As a Chemist at ChampionX, you will play a crucial role in the development, optimization and application of production chemical solutions to Oil and Gas customers. You will be responsible for running technical projects, conducting research, development, and coming up with technical solutions to address our customer's challenges. You will work on projects both in the laboratory and in the field. As part of the role, you may be required to travel to different sites to conduct testing or meet with internal or external customers to discuss technical topics. The role will also allow the opportunity to present novel research or technical developments in conferences or industry events.

What You Will Do

• Assist with Technical Support, Product Development and Selection.
• Conduct laboratory testing to develop, select or evaluate product performance, secondary properties and compatibilities. Prepare technical reports on the completed lab work.
• Support field-based projects. This may include troubleshooting of chemical related issues, conducting product selection and evaluation, and/or executing field trials.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams regionally and globally on technical projects, roll-out new developments and/or optimize internal processes.
• Implement and follow the company's safety policy (Goal Zero) and procedures. Update laboratory test procedures and safety related documents where necessary.
• Support the maintenance of the day-to-day operations in the laboratory. Ensure equipment is calibrated and maintained.
• Take a professional approach to self-development. Identify appropriate training opportunities.
• Any other task that may reasonably be requested.

Desired Competencies

• Readily learns and adopts new technologies
• Asks the right questions to analyse situations
• Takes on challenges of unfamiliar tasks and learns from experiences

Education And Experience

Degree or Advanced degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related discipline.

Job Requirements

• Primarily laboratory and office based
• Field work will be required
• Ability to travel overseas

Desirable Education And Experience

• Previous experience of working with oilfield chemical related projects
• Previous experience of working in a laboratory
• Previous experience of managing day-to-day projects
• Good computer skills, must have experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Good oral and written communication skills, speak and write English

Physical Requirements

May require long periods of standing conducting experiments in a laboratory or travel to visit the field

About ChampionX

ChampionX, provides specialty chemistry programs and related services for upstream and midstream oil and gas operations looking to maximize production, protect assets and reduce operating costs and environmental impact. Through on-site problem solving and innovative technologies, our team provides solutions that help energy customers overcome complex challenges in the world's toughest energy frontiers.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every employee can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of employees and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.